Gary Denby
BRIDGETON
Summary
Professional firefighter with strong leadership abilities, adept at managing emergency situations and ensuring safety. Proven track record in team collaboration, effective communication, and strategic decision-making. Skilled in fire suppression, rescue operations, and training personnel to meet high standards. Dependable and adaptable under pressure, focused on achieving optimal results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Captain/EMT/Supervisor
Deerfield Township
05.2022 - Current
- Led emergency response teams in high-pressure situations to ensure public safety.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring operational readiness of firefighting apparatus and tools.
- Payroll/Schedules
- Maintenance
- Calibrations of meters
- State Ambulance Inspections
- Officer on Emergency Scene
- Ordering of facility equipment
- Training Officer
- Hiring
- Pre plans
Firefighter/EMT
City of Bridgeton
07.2011 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance and support in various fire-related incidents.
- Conducted fire prevention safety education programs for community engagement and risk reduction.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety protocols at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to execute emergency response plans, enhancing overall operational effectiveness during crises.
- Acting Captain/Leadership Role
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
Setup Operator
Gerresheimer Glass Inc
09.2007 - 04.2015
- Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure efficient setup and operation.
- Monitored production quality, identifying defects and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline setup processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, minimizing downtime and ensuring optimal performance.
- Trained new operators on machine setup procedures, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, quickly resolving problems to maintain production schedules.
Education
Certificate - Emergency Management
Millville Training Facility
Millville, NJ01-2012
Certificate - Fire 1&2
Cumberland County Training School
Vineland, NJ04-2008
High School Diploma -
Bridgeton High School
Bridgeton06-2007
Skills
- Personnel management
- Emergency response
- Fire suppression
- Technical rescue
- Public education
- Hazardous materials response
- Facility and equipment maintenance
- Incident command
- Emergency management
- OEM Coordinator
- Fire prevention
- Interagency coordination
- Budget administration
- Staff development and leadership
- Crew training
- Crew leadership
Accomplishments
Firefighter of the year- 2016
Unsung Hero- 2016
Unit Citation Award for a Life Save
Timeline
Fire Captain/EMT/Supervisor
Deerfield Township
05.2022 - Current
Firefighter/EMT
City of Bridgeton
07.2011 - Current
Setup Operator
Gerresheimer Glass Inc
09.2007 - 04.2015
Certificate - Emergency Management
Millville Training Facility
Certificate - Fire 1&2
Cumberland County Training School
High School Diploma -
Bridgeton High School